NAMI | National Alliance on Mental Illness
WEBNAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
National Hotline for Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention
WEBNational Hotline For Mental Health Crises And Suicide Prevention Where We Stand NAMI believes that public policies and practices should promote access to care for people with mental health conditions. NAMI supports a nation-wide toll-free hotline that can adequately respond to people experiencing mental health crises. Why We Care Mental health crises …
Support Groups - NAMI
WEBNAMI Family Support Group is a support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Groups meet weekly, every other week or monthly, depending on location. Many support groups are virtual and attendance is open to everyone across the country. Find the NAMI Family Support Group nearest you.
Warning Signs and Symptoms - NAMI
WEBKnowing warning signs can help let you know if you need to speak to a professional. For many people, getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step in a treatment plan. Unlike diabetes or cancer, there is no medical test that can accurately diagnose mental illness. A mental health professional will use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental …
WEBCommon side effects. • Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, muscle cramps, changes in appetite, anxiety, restlessness, or trouble sleeping (insomnia) may occur. • Bruising, itching, tenderness, or swelling at the site of injection may occur with the injectable form of naltrexone. Rare/serious side effects.
Schizophrenia - NAMI
WEBSchizophrenia is a serious mental illness that interferes with a person’s ability to think clearly, manage emotions, make decisions and relate to others. It is a complex, long-term medical illness. The exact prevalence of schizophrenia is difficult to measure, but estimates range from 0.25% to 0.64% of U.S. adults.
About Mental Illness - NAMI
WEBA mental illness is a condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood. Such conditions may affect someone's ability to relate to others and function each day. Each person will have different experiences, even people with the same diagnosis. LEARN MORE. Anxiety Disorders.
Find Your Local NAMI
WEBFind Your Local NAMI. There are more than 700 NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates across the country. Many NAMI affiliates offer an array of free support and education programs. Contact your NAMI Affiliate to find out what …
WEBAll FDA warnings are at the end of this fact sheet. Please consult them before taking this medication. If you or someone you know is in crisis please call/text 988 to speak with a trained crisis counselor 24/7 and/or call 911 for emergency services. A helpline and other resources are also available through the National Alliance on Mental Illness at nami.org.
How to Help Yourself and Others with Suicidal Ideation - NAMI
WEBDec 14, 2022 · How to Help Yourself. If you have struggled with suicidal thoughts in the past: Make a mental note of two to three safe and supportive people that you can share these thoughts with. Don’t stop therapy or medications because you feel better. You may feel better because of therapy and medications. They are important.